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Buzău, Romania

Buzău County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Buzău is a large city in Buzău County, Romania with a population of 103,481. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
103,481 Population
305 ft Elevation 93 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population103,481
Median Age43.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,244
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation305 ft (93 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+99.2%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population103,481
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates45.1500°, 26.8333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBuzău County
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation20.6 inches (522 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.8 inches (61 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Buzău a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buzău receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Buzău has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Buzău enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches, including 23.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Buzău has a population of 103,481. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

103,481
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Buzău vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buzău vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buzău is N/A. Per capita income is $18,244 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Buzău vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Buzău, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Buzău vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Buzău enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 281 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.6 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall23.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates45.1500°N, 26.8333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 40°F (4°C)
0.9"
Feb 32°F (0°C)
1.0"
Mar 41°F (5°C)
1.1"
Apr 52°F (11°C)
1.8"
May 62°F (17°C)
2.5"
Jun 69°F (20°C)
3.0"
Jul 78°F (25°C)
2.5"
Aug 71°F (22°C)
2.1"
Sep 63°F (17°C)
1.9"
Oct 52°F (11°C)
1.4"
Nov 40°F (5°C)
1.3"
Dec 33°F (0°C)
1.2"

The warmest month is July at 78°F, while the coldest is February at 32°F — a seasonal swing of 45°F. June sees the most rain (3.0"), while January is the driest (0.9").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+99.2%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Buzău

What is the population of Buzău?

Buzău has a population of 103,481 residents and is located in Romania.. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Buzău expensive to live in?

Buzău is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Buzău?

Buzău enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches, with 23.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Buzău?

The unemployment rate in Buzău is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Buzău?

22.0% of adults in Buzău hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

How healthy is Buzău?

The obesity rate in Buzău is 34.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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